“This is a great day for the city of Camden,” said its attorney, Marc Riondino. “This is going to allow the residents to have peace and quiet after hours. They’re asking for the same tranquility as people in the suburbs.”

The curfew mandates that businesses within 200 feet of residential zones must close by 11 p.m. on weeknights and midnight on weekends. Exempt businesses include gas stations, pharmacies and establishments that serve or sell alcohol.